Vacant Jobs at Agricultural Research Council

Description

Project Management & Coordination

The Senior Researcher is responsible for the coordination and supports the management of Research Projects across the Institute; these include supporting and coordination of the following aspects of the projects

• Project planning and Initiation.
• Equipment and Research Materials.
• Project Human Resources.
• Project Finances.
• Risk Management and Mitigation.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.

Research, Development, and Innovation

The Senior Researcher is responsible for the coordination and supports the management of Research, development, and innovation, these include the supporting and coordination of the following Research aspects

• Invention.
• Translation. 
• Commercialization.
• Adoption and Use.

Research Collaboration

The Senior Researcher is responsible for the coordination and supports the management of strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities; these include the supporting and coordination of

• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.

Human Capacity Building

The Senior Researcher is responsible for coordination and supports the management of Human Capacity Development that includes support of

• Project staff and students.
• Self.

Requirements

• PhD in Agricultural Economics or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years post-PhD experience or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 12 peer-reviewed publications in recognized journals.
• Proven ability to generate research funding and manage projects.
• Recognized national expertise with evidence of growing international recognition.
• Proven experience in mentoring and supervising postgraduate students.
• Competency in SPSS, Stata, and/or EViews for data analysis.
• Strong understanding of South Africa’s agricultural sector.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound understanding of the priorities and challenges facing the agricultural sector in South Africa.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with other researchers, as well as a wide range of stakeholders outside ARC.
• NRF rating of at least C1 or higher will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE FOR THE APPLICATIONS: 15 OCTOBER 2025

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Description

• Performs routine activities under supervision.
• Assists in work activities under supervision.
• Adheres to project plans.
• Utilizes equipment and materials under supervision.
• Provide research support under supervision.
• Collects data under supervision.
• Provides verbal feedback on work activities to Supervisors.
• Adheres to quality standards.
• Assists in optimising of equipment and/or processes and/or systems.
• Assists with basic research services under supervision.
• Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
• Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum qualification is Grade 10 plus 5 years relevant experience, or 15 years relevant experience without Grade 10.
• Knowledge and experience of general cleaning and hygiene.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good computer literacy skills.
• Occupational Health and Safety experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 20 OCTOBER 2025 

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Description

• Contributes towards project(s) and performs activities under supervision.
• Participates in the project in a learning capacity and supervises as delegated.
• Assists with compiling & managing the project budget.
• Participates in proposal writing in a learning capacity - under supervision.
• Participates in planning and coordinating research under supervision.
• Assists with managing project resources (equipment and research material) - under supervision.
• Participates in conducting research under supervision.
• Assists in capturing, analyzing, and interpreting data under supervision.
• Participates in the compilation of reports under supervision.
• Participates in presenting oral and poster contributions under mentorship.
• Participates in writing publications under supervision.
• Participates in diagnostic and advisory services under supervision.
• Starts building working relationships with stakeholders and research organizations.
• Assists in training of support staff.

Requirements

• B.Sc. (Agric, Biology, Botany, or Rangeland Sciences) or B.Sc. (Hons) or equivalent 4-year science degree.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a relevant scientific research environment.
• Minimum 1 peer reviewed publication with evidence of additional scientific outputs in the process of completion.
• Proven record of contributing to successful funding applications.
• Proven record of presenting research at national and/or international conferences.
• Proven track record of mentoring and supervising/co-supervising students and support staff.
• Experience in specimen curation will be an added advantage

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 09 OCTOBER 2025

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Description

• Research, Development, and Innovation

Responsible for conducting Research, development and supporting Innovation, these include:

• Invention
• Translation
•  Commercialisation
• Adoption and Use

Project Management & Coordination

Responsible for conducting Research Projects, these include:

• Research planning and Initiation
• Equipment and Research Materials
• Project Human Resources
• Project Finances
• Risk Management and Mitigation
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out

Research Collaboration

Responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities; these include

• Strategic Research partnerships/networks/ Collaborators
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships

Human Capacity Building

• Responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of Project staff and students Self

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree or an MSc with 3 years’ applicable experience in Animal Science, specializing in Reproductive Physiology and Cryobiology.
• Minimum 3-5 peer reviewed publications or number of publications.
• Proven record of accomplishment for generating external income for projects.
• Proven record of participating as speaker nationally and internationally.
• Proven track record of mentoring and supervising/co-supervising other researchers and students.
• Record of building/supporting national and international partnerships and networks.
• Proven record of accomplishment that expertise and scientific standing is acknowledged
• Proven record for financial management of projects.
• Strategic and operational planning skills and expertise.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• NRF rating will be an added advantage. 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 OCTOBER 2025